GRE Word List

PROPONENT

one who argues in favor of something : advocate

The meaning of the word proponent is one who argues in favor of something : advocate.

Random words

WordMeaning
primaloriginal
pathetichaving a capacity to move one to either compassionate or contemptuous pity
hubrisexaggerated pride or self-confidence
humilityfreedom from pride or arrogance : the quality or state of being humble
facetany of the definable aspects that make up a subject (as of contemplation) or an object (as of consideration)
ulteriorgoing beyond what is openly said or shown and especially what is proper
diatribea bitter and abusive speech or piece of writing
crinkleto form many short bends or ripples
imperilto bring into peril : endanger
eschewto avoid habitually especially on moral or practical grounds : shun